Paul Merson

Where is Paul Merson now?

After a long career in the top divisions, Paul Merson finally retired from playing in 2006 after dropping down the leagues and turning out for Tamworth FC.

Merson won a number of trophies during his illustrious career with Arsenal including two First Division titles, the FA Cup, the League Cup and the European Cup Winner’s Cup.

He also bagged the PFA Young Player of the Year award in 1989.

Before Merson officially hung up his boots he had a two-year spell as player-manager at Division One side Walsall.

His time at the club was without difficulty and he endured problems off the pitch with his gambling and drinking addictions however he did manage to retain the club’s Division One status during his time there.

Realising that he wasn’t probably suited to football management, Merson then started his current job as a panelist on Sky Sports’ popular Soccer Saturday show.

He is often the target of good-humoured banter from the other pundits because of his regular mis-pronounciation of foreign player’s names.

Merson is also a sought after speaker on the after dinner circuit with many honest stories about his life on and off the pitch. You can find out more details on his website.

In addition to his Soccer Saturday role, Paul Merson co-hosted popular Sky Sports show The Fantasy Football Club from 2012 to 2017, a programme where ex professionals pick the best eleven that they have played with over their careers.

In July 2017 Merson representedEngland in Star Sixes, a six-a-side indoor international tournament at the O2 in London featuring some of the world’s most iconic footballers.

A father to six children, his son Sam Merson currently plays in the non-league with St Albans City.